EGR Valve Vacuum Actuator – VW 1.9 TDI / 2.5 TDI | OEM 038131501E 045131501C 070128070B
A failed EGR valve vacuum actuator on VW 1.9 TDI and 2.5 TDI engines causes the EGR valve to stop opening or closing correctly — resulting in EGR fault codes, rough idle, and incorrect exhaust gas temperatures. This direct replacement actuator restores correct EGR valve operation. VW models with 1.9 TDI and 2.5 TDI diesel engines — Golf, Passat, Touareg, Transporter T5, and others
Fits OEM #045131501C.
When to Inspect This Part
- loss of power or hesitation
- smoke after warm-up
- rough or unstable idle
- mixture faults or an intake air leak
What's Included
- 1 × EGR Valve Vacuum Actuator
OEM Part Numbers and Vehicle Fitment
Additional confirmed fitment
- Volkswagen VW Bora/Variant/4Motion 1999 - 2005
- Volkswagen VW Golf D 1999 - 2001
- Volkswagen VW Golf/R32/GTI/Rabbit D 2004 - 2004
- Volkswagen VW Golf/Variant/4Motion 1998 - 2006
- Volkswagen VW Jetta Variant 2001 - 2006
- Volkswagen VW Lupo / Lupo 3L TDI 1999 - 2006
- Volkswagen VW Polo/Derby/Vento-IND 2000 - 2002
- Volkswagen VW Beetle 1998 - 2005
- Volkswagen VW Jetta 1999 - 2005
- Volkswagen VW PASSAT (3B5) 1,9 TDI AJM 1896CC 85 kBt Estate 1998-2000
- Volkswagen VW PASSAT (3B5) 1,9 TDI AVB 1896CC 74KW Estate 2000-2000
- Volkswagen VW PASSAT (3B6) 1,9 TDI AVB 1896CC 74KW Estate 2000-2005
- Volkswagen VW SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6) 1,9 TDI 1Z 1896CC 66 kBt MPV 1995-2010
- Volkswagen AUDI A3/S3/Sportb./Lim./qu. 1997 - 2003
- Volkswagen AUDI A2 2000 - 2005
- Volkswagen AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1,9 TDI AJM 1896CC 85 kBt 2000-2001
- Volkswagen AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1,9 TDI quattro ATJ 1896CC 85 kBt 2000-2001
- Volkswagen AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1,9 TDI AVB 1896CC 74KW Estate 2001-2004
- Volkswagen AUDI A6 Avant (4B5, C5) 1,9 TDI AJM 1896CC 85 kBt 2000-2005
- Volkswagen SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9) 1,9 TDI 1Z 1896CC 66 kBt MPV 1996-2010
- Volkswagen SEAT Cordoba RA 2000 - 2002
Part Number / PN
045131501C, 070128070B, 724809380, ENT500501, 038131501E, 045131501L, 038129637B, 038131501A, 38129637B, 38131501A, 38131501E, 45131501C, 45131501L, 038131501G, ENT500502, 1500921, 121-01-046, 11311408501, ENT500013, 48335, 571822112076, 14SKV026, 14SKV020, 7.24809.19.0, 07.16.010, 038131501D, 038131501AT, 038131501T, 038131501AR, 038131501M, 038131501AB, 038131501AM, 038131501AA, 038131501AL, 038131501J, 070128070E, 070128070C, 070128070F, 074129463A
Important Fitment Check
Before ordering, compare the part design, dimensions, connectors, and every available OEM/P/N marking with the part installed on the vehicle. Matching OEM/P/N 045131501C is the primary fitment check.
FAQ
How do I confirm fitment for this EGR Valve Vacuum Actuator?
Compare the exact OEM/P/N and physical design with the installed part. The primary reference is 045131501C. Do not select the part by vehicle model alone.
What symptoms may indicate a problem with this EGR Valve Vacuum Actuator?
Confirmed symptoms include loss of power or hesitation, smoke after warm-up, rough or unstable idle, mixture faults or an intake air leak. Diagnose the original assembly before ordering so another fault is not mistaken for this part.
What is included with this EGR Valve Vacuum Actuator?
The confirmed kit contents are: 1 × EGR Valve Vacuum Actuator.
Does this listing include the complete surrounding assembly?
No. It includes only the item or repair components identified for this SKU. Inspect related parts separately and replace them only when diagnosis confirms a fault.
What should be checked before installation?
Check the OEM/P/N, dimensions, connectors, orientation, and condition of the mating components. Installation should follow the correct service procedure for the specific vehicle and assembly.
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- USA-EU: 10–21 business days
- Worldwide: 14–30 business days
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To use this feature, please make sure that:
- the product was not in use and has no traces of use: scratches, chips, abrasions, etc.
- the goods are fully completed and the integrity of the packaging is not violated
- retained all labels and factory markings